Celest Gumiho vs Kiwi Ears Belle: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Kiwi Ears Belle comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 79. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Kiwi Ears Belle - Great overall at around $30.

Wired IEMs

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Kiwi Ears Belle leads on 4 of 4 measures.

Celest Gumiho
Kiwi Ears Belle

HearWiki score

Sound

6.6

7.6

Value

6.6

9.1

Price (USD)

$49

$30

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

Same generation

The Kiwi Ears Belle is 3 years newer, but it is the same generation of hardware: nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. Nothing separates them on convenience features either, so the choice comes down to tuning and price. For 3 years between them, that is a thin return - treat this as a restyle rather than a new platform.

Gumiho2022
Belle20253 yr newer

Specifications

GumihoBelle

Type: Wired IEMs; Wired IEMs
Price (USD): $49; $30
HearWiki score: 60; 79
Released: 2022; 2025
Availability: Discontinued; Sold new
Driver: 1BA + 1PL hybrid; 1DD
Driver type: hybrid; dynamic
Driver configuration: 1BA + 1PL; 1DD
Driver size: -; 10 mm
Drivers per side: 2; 1
Impedance: 9 Ω; 32 Ω
Sensitivity: 106 dB/mW; -
Active noise cancelling: No; -
Weight: 8.6 g; -
Connector: 2-pin 0.78 mm; -

Specification comparison of Celest Gumiho vs Kiwi Ears Belle
Spec	Celest Gumiho	Kiwi Ears Belle
Type	Wired IEMs	Wired IEMs
Price (USD)	$49	$30
HearWiki score	60 / 100 Average	79 / 100 Great
Released	2022	2025
Audio
Driver	1BA + 1PL hybrid	1DD
Driver type	hybrid	dynamic
Driver configuration	1BA + 1PL	1DD
Driver size	-	10 mm
Drivers per side	2	1
Impedance	9 Ω	32 Ω
Sensitivity	106 dB/mW	-
Features
Active noise cancelling	No	-
Design
Weight	8.6 g	-
Connector	2-pin 0.78 mm	-

What reviewers said

Celest Gumiho

The Celest Gumiho is a budget-friendly hybrid IEM that delivers a warm, bass-forward sound with a spacious stage and comfortable fit. It stands out for its engaging tuning and solid detail for the price, though its treble can be subdued and its build feels less premium. Overall, it offers a unique, accessible listen rather than top-tier technical performance.

Pro:Engaging, bass-emphasized sound
Pro:Comfortable fit and lightweight design
Pro:Good soundstage and imaging for the price

Con:Treble lacks sparkle and can distort at times
Con:Build quality is mostly plastic
Con:Bass can distort at higher volumes

Kiwi Ears Belle

The Kiwi Ears Belle is a budget-friendly wired IEM that prioritizes a warm, bass-rich, and vocal-forward sound signature over analytical precision. It offers a comfortable, compact fit and solid build quality, making it a low-risk pick for everyday listening, though it trades some treble detail for a smooth, forgiving presentation. Its performance and included accessories make it feel more premium than its modest price suggests.

Pro:Warm, engaging bass response
Pro:Clean and vocal-forward midrange
Pro:Comfortable, compact shell for long sessions

Con:Treble extension is restrained, limiting air and sparkle
Con:Soundstage depth and layering are only average
Con:Not for listeners seeking high detail or analytical tuning

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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